Job Description

Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs for High School Students is seeking qualified candidates to develop and teach on-campus courses during Summer ’25.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Instruction and Curriculum for Pre-College Programs, Pre-College Instructors develop and deliver immersive non-credit courses for high-achieving high school students. They guide and supervise students when classes are in session, and write a holistic evaluation of each course participant after classes conclude. For more information on the program–including course sessions and times–please see here.

Course Description
What drives a country’s economy? How do we measure a nation’s wealth, and why does unemployment matter? In this fast-paced introductory course, you'll get the answers to these big questions while diving into the world of macroeconomics. Designed for students curious about the forces that shape economies, this course covers everything from economic growth to inflation, and how these concepts affect our daily lives.

Throughout the course, we’ll explore how economic output is measured (hello, GDP!), the causes of inflation and deflation, and how policies can affect everything from interest rates to international trade. Ever wondered why governments raise taxes or how central banks control money supply? You’ll get the inside scoop on fiscal and monetary policies, and discover how events like the 2008 financial crisis or global trade wars ripple across the economy. By the end of the course, you'll be able to explain the basics of economic growth, unemployment, and investment, and how these principles connect to real-world problems like income inequality and financial crises. Ready to understand how the world works on a macro scale? Together we’ll take a whirlwind tour of the economy—big picture style!

By the end of the course, students will have a solid foundation in macroeconomic theory and be able to apply their knowledge to analyze real-world economic situations, preparing them for further studies in economics or related fields.

Course Schedule
Summer B: July 22nd to August 8th

11:10am - 1:00pm & 3:10pm - 5:00pm EST (4 hours per day of teaching)

Please Note: Course(s) and course availability is subject to change. Dates and class times are tentative and subject to change.

Responsibilities

• Develop course content, syllabus, lesson plans, and assigned work, in accordance with Pre-College templates and regulations
• Lead and attend all class sessions, including escorting students to and from campus for field trips
• Establish and maintain a dynamic in-class environment tailored for our high school population
• Evaluate student work and write a holistic evaluation of each participant after the course ends
• Monitor and address student concerns and inquiries (you will have around 20-24 students)
• Attend and complete all required online trainings

Qualifications

• Graduate degree or equivalent professional or academic background
• Expertise in the pertinent subject matter
• Aptitude for teaching

Additional Information

Hiring Salary

• Summer B (On-Campus): $7,000 - $9,000
• A one-time course development fee will be paid to first time instructors. Development fee rates are $1,500 for 3-week courses.

Other Requirements

• Please submit a resume inclusive of teaching experience as well as formal teaching evaluations (if available)
• Applicants must have U.S. work authorization and will need to be in the U.S. while teaching. Employment eligibility is contingent upon valid work authorization. Individuals on STEM OPT or holders of the following visa types are ineligible to teach Pre-College: B-1, E-3, H-1B, J-1, and O-1.
• Applicants may not hold a concurrent appointment with Columbia for the duration of their appointment
• Once hired, applicants are required to submit to a third party background check and complete Protection of Minors training in addition to other training(s) mandated by the University and Pre-College Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.